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- Daily Mail
Teen Mom star Kailyn Lowry reveals why she is suffering from 'mom guilt' after son Rio's misdiagnosed lump
Kailyn Lowry is suffering from 'mom guilt' after a misdiagnosed lump on her son's belly has now resulted in potential surgery plans. On the latest episode of her podcast, Coffee Convos, the Teen Mom alum, 33, revealed she discovered what she initially believed to be 'a little hernia' on her two-year-old son Rio's torso. A doctor examined the bump last year and assured her it would 'resolve itself' - however the lump remained and has only grown worse. Rio underwent an ultrasound which determined neoplasia - a tumor - could not be ruled out. Now, a 'freaked' out Lowry is taking action to correct the issue - and is using her own experience to warn others about the importance of making health a top priority. 'He developed what I thought was like a little hernia above his bellybutton,' the mom of seven - who shares son Rio with ex-fiance Elijah Scott - began. 'And I thought it was from the ISR swim lessons because he has to roll over and float on his back, and so I thought the stress of that created this like little lump that looked like a hernia.' 'So last year I took him to the doctor and they were like, "Oh, you know, it's fine, it'll resolve itself, it's not a big deal. Send him on his way, we'll figure it out." Cool, no problem. 'This year, over the last couple weeks, I've noticed this protruding out of his abdomen,' she said. She sent her co-host a photo of the lump and noted it 'sort of looks discolored a little bit' if zoomed in. 'So, I text Elijah and I'm like, "Hey, I've got to call the pediatrician and get him in for this 'cause like at this point... it is worse than it was last year.' 'So we go to the pediatrician, and the pediatrician is like, "This is not a hernia, I'm going to get you in for ultrasound ASAP." Or I think she said stat.' 'Then the ultrasound came back and they're like, "This is definitely not a hernia,"' she added. 'To this day, right now as I'm telling you this, no one has read me the results... So on the like chart thing that I logged into, it says "Reniform nodule in the area of interest consistent with lymph node. The differential include granuloma or complex cyst. Neoplasia cannot be excluded"... And neoplasia is a tumor. So that cannot be excluded. And obviously as a mom, the first thing that my stomach sunk, and I was like, "What the f**k? What do you mean it cannot be excluded?" According to the Los Angeles Public Health Department, 'Neoplasia (nee-oh-PLAY-zhuh) is the uncontrolled, abnormal growth of cells or tissues in the body, and the abnormal growth itself is called a neoplasm (nee-oh-PLAZ-m) or tumor. It can be benign (bee-NINE) or malignant. 'Benign neoplasms do not grow aggressively, do not invade the surrounding body tissues, and do not spread throughout the body. 'Malignant neoplasms, on the other hand, tend to grow rapidly, invade the tissues around them, and spread, or metastasize (me-TAS-ta-size), to other parts of the body. 'The word 'tumor' or 'mass' is often used to describe the actual swelling or other physical appearance of a neoplasm. The word 'cancer' is often confused with neoplasia, but only malignant neoplasms are truly cancers.' The results led to Lowry seeking advice from her aunt, a pathologist, who suggested have the entire lump removed during a potential biopsy. 'And then it said, "options are clinical follow-up or tissue diagnosis." Which I think a tissue diagnosis would be a biopsy, which is fine,' she said. 'My aunt is a pathologist in Pennsylvania, I texted it to her, and she told me... "If they're going to sedate him to do a biopsy, have them just remove the whole thing." So that's what we're going to do... I actually have to call general surgery to make an appointment with them, to have them look at it. 'I say all this to say, when it comes to your health, check everything out, because I really thought it was a hernia this whole time.' 'They told me it was going to resolve itself, I didn't ask for a second opinion... And if you have access to medical treatment or care, like go check it out, because now I'm like, mom guilt, and then also just like the fact that neoplasia cannot be ruled out just freaked me out.' Lowry shared a photo of her son appearing to undergo the ultrasound to her Instagram account on Monday. The photo showed Rio sitting on his mother's lap as the technician processed the procedure.
Daily Mail
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Teen Mom star Jenelle Evans finalizes divorce from David Eason one year after separation
Jenelle Evans is officially divorced from ex-husband David Eason. On Friday the 33-year-old Teen Mom star's attorney appeared in court on her behalf, with a judge granting the divorce despite the imminent signed order. The mom-of-three told TMZ about the milestone, 'After a really long and draining process, my divorce from David is official. 'This chapter has been heavy, but I'm walking away from it with clarity, strength and so much love for my kids. My focus is on them and our future and I'm just thankful to finally have peace and a fresh start.' Jenelle and David separated in March 2024, with the former citing her then-husband's wild behavior, drug use, and refusal to work as the reasons for the split. On Friday the 33-year-old Teen Mom star's attorney appeared in court on her behalf, with a judge granting the divorce despite the imminent signed order; pictured in 2019 Also on Friday, Jenelle was active on Instagram, answering questions from her 3.1 million followers. One person wrote, 'The Ashley is reporting you may get your divorce today... GOOD LUCK!' Evans replied, 'Finally! NC makes people suffer through a divorce,' referencing North Carolina, her home state. Someone else asked 'How are you?' and noted, 'You look happier without David. You deserve the best.' And the longtime MTV star answered, 'I'm thriving. I actually realized my worth, you guys,' with a crying laughing emoji. Earlier this week Evans posted a selfie on Instagram and wrote, 'You glow differently when you prioritize yourself.' Last month the reality television personality prematurely celebrated her breakup with a divorce party. The event was hosted at New York City's famous Spearmint Rhino strip club, where the divorcee was joined by a group of girlfriends. Also on Friday, Jenelle was active on Instagram, answering questions from her 3.1 million followers. Someone else asked 'How are you?' and noted, 'You look happier without David. You deserve the best,' to which Jenelle replied, 'I'm thriving' Prior to the celebration, Jenelle told TMZ that with David finally out of the picture, she was feeling great, less anxious and totally free. Jenelle and Eason share an eight-year-old daughter named Ensley Jolie Eason. The MTV alum also shares son Jace Vaughn, 15, with ex Andrew Lewis, and 10-year-old son Kaiser Orion with ex Nathan Griffin.
Daily Mail
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Teen Mom star Kailyn Lowry SPLITS from fiancé amid 'unique' challenges co-parenting with four baby daddies
Kailyn Lowry revealed she has split from her fiancé Elijah Scott less than a year after announcing their engagement to the world. While reflecting on the challenges of co-parenting with four baby daddies, the 33-year-old Teen Mom alum appeared to confirm her newly single status. During her interview with Lala Kent on her Give Them Lala podcast last week, the mom-of-seven explained she takes 'a lot of' heat for leaving her 'kids' dads.' 'I left all of them because I, to some degree, take no s**t,' she said. 'There are a lot of unique circumstances in our family because I do have four fathers to my children. I'm neighbors with one of them.' The revelation about her broken engagement came after Kent asked which father Lowry lived near. 'Elijah,' she responded, seemingly indicating that they were living separately. The Daily Mail has reached out to Lowry's rep for comment, but has not heard back at this time. The former couple welcomed fraternal twins Verse and Valley in late 2023 and share a two-year-old son, named Rio. Additionally, she shares her first child, son Elliott, with her high school sweetheart, Jo Rivera, her son, Lincoln, with ex-husband Javi Marroquin, as well as two more sons, Lux and Creed, with ex Chris Lopez. Last August, Lowry confirmed Scott popped the question after being asked about the diamond ring on her left finger while appearing on her Coffee Convos Podcast. After her cohost Lindsie Chrisley asked if she had tied the knot or not, the reality star explained she was 'not married.' 'This is the ring that they give you before you get married,' she said. Lowry went on to reveal that Scott had asked her to get hitched before, but she didn't take the proposals 'seriously' since they were not accompanied by a ring. 'I was just like, "We'll play this by ear - I'll let you know, if you have a ring one day, we'll reevaluate" - and then one day he just showed up with a ring,' Lowry said. The TV personality also revealed that the proposal caught her off guard as he asked while she was in the bathroom getting ready to go out. Lowry said that Scott didn't drop to one knee when popping the question to her: 'We've both been married already, so we both don't care about the whole "get on one knee and make it all romantic and stuff," because that's just not how we are.' At the time, Lowry noted that she prefers to not be 'the center of attention' and 'would have been happier if [Scott] had left the ring on the table and walked out.' Lowry was previously engaged and married to Marroquin from 2012-2017, and Scott walked down the aisle with his ex-wife Kayla Brooke in 2018, before calling it quits just two years later. Although it is unclear why she and Scott ended their romance, Lowry praised his 'cool, calm and collected' demeanor in an interview last year. 'I've never experienced that in my entire life,' Lowry told Us Weekly. 'He's an angel on this earth, and I don't know what I did to deserve him.' Lowry said that her fiancé has a can-do mentality of 'nothing is too big of a problem' for them, which is 'really different' from her past partners. Lowry said that Scott has 'seamlessly' blended in with her family, saying, 'My kids love him, which is so - I just have never really seen that.' She added: 'Isaac [now Elliott] and Elijah are best friends. If Elijah is not at a game for Lincoln, Lincoln's like, "Where is Elijah?" Not even looking for me, looking for him. 'And then Lux and Creed love him because they just jump all over him. They think he's, like, the cool dad. Maybe not their dad, but the cool dad.'
USA Today
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
'16 and Pregnant' star Whitney Purvis arrested on involuntary manslaughter charge
A post shared by Whitney Purvis (@nurvispurvis_) "16 and Pregnant" star Whitney Purvis has been arrested in connection with a fatal overdose. The former reality star was arrested Monday, July 7, on an involuntary manslaughter charge, according to Floyd County, Georgia, arrest records viewed by USA TODAY. TMZ was first to report the news. Purvis, 33, was also charged with two felony drug-related charges, including one count alleging she possessed a controlled substance with intent to distribute, and another accusing her of using a phone or other device to commit a drug-related felony. Purvis is being held without bond. Former cast member of MTV's '16 and Pregnant' dies at 27: 'Our world crashed' The arrest comes a month after the death of Purvis' son. Purvis announced that her 16-year-old Weston Gosa Jr. had died on June 2 of unknown causes. She told People at the time that the family requested an autopsy and her son's father, Weston Gosa Sr., noted the teen was seen on house cameras up all night prior. Purvis later shared Weston suffered from "a lot" of medical issues, including Addison's disease and diabetes. Purvis starred in one episode of the MTV series "16 and Pregnant" in 2009. The controversial docuseries, which followed pregnant teen girls and their struggles, ran for six seasons from 2009 to 2014. The show spawned a string of "Teen Mom" reality series.
The Irish Sun
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
I tried best FREE TV apps with 1,000s of channels, films and shows – my top pick is worth killing your £220 Netflix for
I LOVE telly – but there are so many apps asking for a chunk of my change every month, my bank can hardly keep up. So I've tried five of the best TV streaming apps out there, in a bid to save you from 16 The Sun's tech editor Sean Keach dives into the world of free telly – and finds some massive bargains Credit: Sean Keach 16 Even paid-for apps are showing ads these days – so you might as well be watching telly for free Credit: Sean Keach The catch is that all of these apps will show you ads – either during live telly or midway through on-demand content. But regular TV has been showing ads for decades, and the entry-level memberships for Netflix, Disney+, and Amazon Prime Video So here are some of the best free TV app options out there right now. Maybe you can even Free TV app #1 – Pluto TV What is it? Pluto is one of the big names in free streaming, and it's got a vast library of content. It's also available on plenty of devices. How easy to get set up? You're asked to accept or reject some privacy settings with one click – and that's it. I was watching telly within seconds. You don't need to create an account or add a credit card, and you're whisked straight into the TV guide. You can scroll through channels or head into the menu for on-demand telly. How much content is there? In the UK, Pluto TV has somewhere between 100 and 150 channels – and upwards of 20,000 hours of on-demand telly. What are the best bits? You're throwing away money on Netflix – I found three common mistakes sending your bill soaring but the fixes are easy For live channels, there's reality TV (Geordie OGs, Catfish, Teen Mom), sports (UFC, Fifa+), and great kids options including channels for Teletubbies, Bob the Builder, and Arthur . You also get some classic American telly channels focused on shows like South Park, Judge Judy, and CSI. Plus there's an entire 'paranormal' section. Spooky. On-demand is a mixed bag, but for TV you've got Gordon Ramsay's Hell's Kitchen and horror Halloween. Parental Controls 16 Pluto TV has a decent selection of live TV channels and on-demand telly Credit: Sean Keach 16 Your viewing will be interrupted by ads – that's the price you pay for free TV Credit: Sean Keach It's not very granular. There's simply a kids mode that blocks content, locked behind a four-digit PIN. It's workable but could be better. Verdict: The live channels are great. On-demand has some gems, but there's a lot of rubbish to wade through. We tried it on an Apple TV box. Free TV app #2 – Xumo Play What is it? 16 Xumo Play is a good option for background telly Credit: Sean Keach Xumo is an American TV company based in California and part-operated by Comcast – but it's available for Brits too. How easy to get set up? The app was already right there on my Sky Stream box – and it took seconds to get in and start watching. How much content is there? Xumo Play has north of 75 channels in the UK, with a claimed catalogue of over 15,000 movies and TV shows. What are the best bits? There's a good selection of reality TV channels, including Cheaters, Homes Under the Hammer, World's Wildest Police Videos, and Mythbusters. And sports fans might enjoy World Poker Tour or Sky Sports Classics. 16 The app is even available on Sky TV platforms Credit: Sean Keach 16 The selection of movies isn't exactly inspiring – but you might find some cheesy fun Credit: Sean Keach For on-demand viewing, the catalogue of movies is very obscure. I struggled to find a single movie that I recognised – but that might make for a laugh if you've got pals round. TV was slightly better with 12 seasons of Unsolved Mysteries , plus five seasons of Andromeada for sci-fi fans. But the mix isn't great. Parental Controls I couldn't find any parental controls in the app. That's something to keep in mind if you have kids. NETFLIX 2025 PRICE HIKES REVEALED Here's what you're now paying (and what you get)... Netflix Standard with Ads Price: £5.99 (up £1 from £4.99) Ad-supported, all but a few movies and TV shows available, unlimited mobile games Watch on 2 supported devices at a time Watch in 1080p (Full HD) Download on 2 supported devices at a time Netflix Standard Price: £12.99 (Up £2 from £10.99) Unlimited ad-free movies, TV shows, and mobile games Watch on 2 supported devices at a time Watch in 1080p (Full HD) Download on 2 supported devices at a time Option to add 1 extra member who doesn't live with you Netflix Premium Price: £18.99 (Up £1 from £17.99) Unlimited ad-free movies, TV shows, and mobile games Watch on 4 supported devices at a time Watch in 4K (Ultra HD) + HDR Download on 6 supported devices at a time Option to add up to 2 extra members who don't live with you Netflix spatial audio Picture Credit: Netflix Verdict: Xumo Play is perfectly fine for a bit of background telly. It's the sort of thing you stick on with friends round while you chat. Just don't plan your Friday night around it. We tried it on a Sky Stream box. Free TV app #3 – Tubi (TOP PICK FOR FILMS) What is it? A major US player that recently launched in the UK, Tubi is the best option for movies – so it's the Netflix killer on the list. 16 Tubi is a movie lover's dream – especially if you're on a budget Credit: Sean Keach How easy to get set up? You make a privacy setting choice, and the app loads up straight away. You don't need to sign up, log in, or add any financial details to start watching. How much content is there? In the UK, Tubi serves up somewhere in the region of 40,000 movies and TV episodes. 16 You'll want Tubi loaded up for movie night Credit: Sean Keach That's impressive since the launch roster was half that when Tubi debuted in Britain in July 2024. What are the best bits? You've got some movie night classics like Memento, Elysium, The Girl Next Door, and several Resident Evil movies. There's also Bad Neighbours 1 and 2, the 2016 Ghostbusters, District 9, and '90s cult classic Cruel Intentions. THere's some captivating reality telly, including Masterchef UK, Cheaters, Anthony Bourdain Parts Unknown, and Jerry Springer. And as a bonus treat, you'll also find The I.T. Crowd and all nine seasons of Peep Show on Tubi too. Parental Controls You can set up parental controls on the website, allowing you to choose specific content levels. It's a rare level of detail for parents, so this is a big upside. 16 Tubi is constantly adding new content to its library Credit: Sean Keach Verdict: This is the movie night app. It's quick to start, has loads of top flicks, and a decent selection of on-demand binge-worthy TV too. Just keep in mind there are no live telly channels (unlike in the US). We tried it on an Apple TV box. Free TV app #4 – Rakuten TV What is it? Owned by a Japanese tech giant, Rakuten TV has both live channels and on-demand telly too. 16 Rakuten is where you'll be able to find The Graham Norton Show re-runs Credit: Sean Keach How easy to get set up? Once you pick your privacy settings, you're straight in. No sign up or credit cards – just instant telly. How much content is there? In the UK, Rakuten offers more than 150 channels, plus over 10,000 movies and TV episodes. What are the best bits? For on-demand, you've got some fun content for kids, including Postman Pat The Movie, Barbie Dreamtopia: Festival of Fun, and Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel. There's also After Earth , Gone Girl, and Mile 22, which tick the action or thriller boxes. There are Baywatch, Yu-Gi-Oh, and Ninja Warrior channels. 16 Gordon Ramsay fans will be able to enjoy Hell's Kitchen USA on Rakuten too Credit: Sean Keach But the highlight is probably the dedicated The Graham Norton Show channel. Parental Controls There weren't any parental controls in the version of the app that I tested. Verdict: Great for Graham Norton re-runs, and some good child-friendly movie options too. TUBI SUPPORTED DEVICES – WHERE CAN YOU WATCH? Here's the official list for the UK... Android via Google Play Store Android TV iOS via App Store Apple TV LG TV Web OS Samsung TV Sony TV (Android) Web via Roku Chromecast (Android, iOS and web) Sony PS4 Amazon Fire Tablet Hisense Vidaa PS5 Xbox Series Windows Picture Credit: Tubi We tried it on an Apple TV box. Free TV app #5 – Plex TV (TOP PICK FOR LIVE TV) What is it? Plex began life as a way to stream your own saved media files (like a home movie) to your TV. But now it offers free telly supported by ads. How easy to get set up? 16 Plex started out as a home streaming app – but it's now a free Netflix rival Credit: Sean Keach I click the app open, choose my ad privacy consent, and then free telly materialises before my very eyes. How much content is there? Plex promises more than 600 TV channels in the UK, plus north of 50,000 on-demand movies and TV shows. What are the best bits? There are loads of live TV channels, including Fear Factor, Pointless, Fifa+, and Baywatch – plus Arthur, Mr Bean, and Smurf TV for the kids. It's live TV where Plex has the edge. The on-demand selection is OK: you get Hell's Kitchen, Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers , and The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes on the telly front. And on-demand movies include The Boondock Saints, Big Momma's House, and Jumper. 16 Plex has plenty of movies and TV shows on offer Credit: Sean Keach Parental Controls I couldn't find any parental controls on the TV version of the app. Verdict: Plex has a top-notch selection of live TV channels – but the on-demand library is extremely forgettable. We tried it on an Apple TV box. 16 I tested the TV apps using Sky Stream and Apple TV plug-in boxes Credit: Sean Keach 16 Sky Stream is just one way to watch free TV apps – but most smart TVs and streaming gadgets offer the same selection of services too Credit: Sean Keach
